Looking for a nearby getaway? There's the usual places to stay, and then there's the stuff on Airbnb. Once known merely for listings of cheap rooms in someone's house, it's become a destination for unusual rentals around the world, from igloos and huts to luxurious villas and chalets.

Looking for a nearby getaway? There's the usual places to stay, and then there's the stuff on Airbnb. Once known merely for listings of cheap rooms in someone's house, it's become a destination for unusual ... more

Airbnb rentals in Seattle and the Northwest include all sorts of lodging, from boats and tree houses to the tiny, hand-crafted "Gypsy wagon" in Queen Anne. It's parked in a grassy backyard and sleeps up to four people.

The Gypsy wagon sleeps four people, but owner Jean-Marc says "two
adults and two children is best." It has electricity, heat, Wi-Fi, a microwave and a mini-fridge, and guests have access to a shared bathroom in Jean-Marc's house. This is the top bunk.

The Gypsy wagon sleeps four people, but owner Jean-Marc says "two
adults and two children is best." It has electricity, heat, Wi-Fi, a microwave and a mini-fridge, and guests have access to a shared bathroom ... more

Located in the same backyard as the "Gypsy wagon" is the "Tiny garden cabin"
in Queen Anne. "This cabin was built with Airbnb in mind," writes owner Jean-Marc in his Airbnb listing. It's got cherry hardwood floors
and includes Wi-Fi, heat, microwave and mini-fridge.

This tree house is 13 feet off the ground and features a cedar tree in the middle of it. "We invite you to experience a relaxing and rejuvenating retreat or get-a-way in our tree home suite," write hosts Lynn and Ken on Airbnb.

This "Warrior Tipi" on the edge of Joseph Canyon in Northeast Oregon is "where rough meets romantic, grit meets glamour and canyon meets classy," writes owner Rebecca on Airbnb. It's one of three tipis at the Rimrock Inn.

The Warrior Tipi is 16 feet (tall?) and comes "fully equipped." That's fully equipped rustic-style, with with handmade soap, firewood and two futon mattresses. The motto here is "live life rural" with the "comforts of home," which means there's no electricity or phones, but indoor showers and a restaurant are nearby. less

The Warrior Tipi is 16 feet (tall?) and comes "fully equipped." That's fully equipped rustic-style, with with handmade soap, firewood and two futon mattresses. The motto here is "live life rural" with the ... more

If tiny houses aren't your thing, maybe this luxurious townhome in Seattle is. It's one of 12 units in a development called "The Sanctuary," in a historic 1906 building that once housed a Christian Science church.

Maybe luxury isn't where you want to be. Maybe you're looking for something down-to-earth, like this 1970 Boler trailer in Bellingham. It's "13 feet of awesomeness," writes host Angi on Airbnb. And it's available for tow-rentals.

Here's the view of the Gorge from the tipi. Photo-5004978.67528 - seattlepi.com

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The "glamping" rental includes access to a nearby outdoor
kitchen, which has a sink with running water, coffee maker, fridge and camping stove. Guests can fill up growlers from an "honor keg" of local microbrew.

The "glamping" rental includes access to a nearby outdoor
kitchen, which has a sink with running water, coffee maker, fridge and camping stove. Guests can fill up growlers from an "honor keg" of local ... more

Photo: Ho, Vanessa, Airbnb

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A serene "nature nest" in the woods is a short walk from the glamping tipi. Go here to see this Airbnb listing.

A serene "nature nest" in the woods is a short walk from the glamping tipi. Go here to see this Airbnb listing.

Photo: Ho, Vanessa, Airbnb

A serene "nature nest" in the woods is a short walk from... Photo-5004979.67528 - seattlepi.com

This artistic house south of Seattle is tiny, but the attention has been big. A converted garage, it features custom fixtures and salvaged industrial materials and is just 285 square feet. It was built and designed by local artist and welder Michelle de la Vega.

This large yurt, named "PADMA," is in the middle of the woods on remote Cortes Island in British Columbia. "Sleeping in a yurt is a truly magical experience," says hosts Inga and Natasha on Airbnb. "With stars shining
through the dome, there will be no need for television. Chop wood, carry
water."

Need a stylish, sustainable place to stay in Portland? Here's the "Pocket House," a 435-square-foot guest home that "blends minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic with eco-friendly features like a dual-flush toilet and energy-efficient appliances," says New York magazine.

Located in Portland's Alberta neighborhood, the Pocket House has one bedroom, sleeps five people and is dog-friendly. The Pocket House also has a private garden space. You can find the Airbnb listing here. More info also over here.

Located in Portland's Alberta neighborhood, the Pocket House has one bedroom, sleeps five people and is dog-friendly. The Pocket House also has a private garden space. You can find the Airbnb listing here. More ... more

You can take horsemanship lessons while you're here, and just watch the four mustangs do their thing on the island.

You can take horsemanship lessons while you're here, and just watch the four mustangs do their thing on the island.

Photo: Via Airbnb

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You'll definitely be off the grid here. A wood stove heats the yurt, and an old-fashioned sink uses bottled water for washing up. An outdoor faucet provides more water, and a hot shower is 1.4 miles away. See the listing here. less

You'll definitely be off the grid here. A wood stove heats the yurt, and an old-fashioned sink uses bottled water for washing up. An outdoor faucet provides more water, and a hot shower is 1.4 miles away. See ... more